D-MAX DCC-500DV User manual

Digital Day & Night
COLOR DOME CAMERA
USER MANUAL

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intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage
within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute
a risk of electric shock to persons.
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to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
INFORMATION - This equipment has been tested and found to comply with limits for a
Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in
which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
WARNING - Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could
void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
CAUTION : To prevent electric shock and risk of fire hazards : Do NOT use power sources
other than that specified. Do NOT expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
This installation should be made by a qualified service person and should conform
to all local codes
CAUTION :
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER(OR BACK),
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER WERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN

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PrecautionsWarning
The camera needs periodic inspection.
Contact an authorized technician for inspection.
Stop using your camera when you find a malfunction.
If you use your camera around smoke or unusual heat for a long time,
fire may be caused.
Do not Install the camera on a surface that can not support it.
Unless the surface is suitable, it could cause falling or other hazards.
Do not hold plug with wet hands.
It could cause an electric shock.
Do not disassemble the camera.
It may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.
Do not use the camera close to a gas or oil leak.
It may result in fire or other hazards.
Do not install the camera in
extreme temperature conditions.
Only use the camera under conditions
where temperatures are between -10
and 50 . Be especially careful to
provide ventilation when operating
under high temperatures.
It can cause the irnage quality to be
poor.
Do not install or use the camera in
an environment where the humidity
is high
Do not install the camera under
unstable lighting conditions.
Severe lighting change or flicker can
cause the camera to work improperly. It is one of the most important parts of
the camera. Be careful not to be
stained by fingerprint.
Do not touch the front lens of the
camera.

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Do not drop the camera or subject it
to physical shocks.
It can cause malfunctions to occur. It can damage the CCD.
Never keep the camera face to strong
light directly.
Do not expose the camera to rain or
spill beverage on it.
If it gets wet, wipe it dry immedi-ately.
Lipuids can contain minerals that
corrode the elexctronic com-ponents.
if it is exposed to radioactivity, For heated
ccD, it Will be out of order.
Do not expose the camera to
radioactivity.
If the camera is exposed to spotlight or object reflecting strong light, smear or
blooming may occur.
Please check that the power satisfies the normal specification before connecting the
camera.
Note
Contents
1. Features 6
2. Components & Cable Connection 8
3. Names and functions of parts 9
4. Installation & Dimension 10
5. Setup Menu Operation 11
6. Special Menu operation 17
7. Troubleshooting 23
8. Specifications 25

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Horizontal Resolution 540 TVLines
Clear image quality has been achieved by employing a SONY CCD with 410,000
(effective) pixels, which provides a horizontal resolution of 540 TV lines.
DAY & NIGHT
This camera has a function that automatically selects the mode that is appropriate for
daytime or night-time conditions. The COLOR mode operates in daytime conditions
to provide optimum colors, and BW mode operates in nighttime conditions to
enhance the definition of the image.
Electronic IRIS
The electronic IRIS function enables continuous automatic control of the shutter
between 1/60~1/120,000 seconds.
PRIVACY Function
The PRIVACY function conceals the areas you do not wish to appear on the screen.
3Axis built-in Vandal Resistant Dome Housing
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1. Features
High Sensitivity
The built-in high sensitivity SONY COLOR CCD enables a clear image even in
0.3Lux(0.1Lux B/W) or as low as 0.002Lux with SENS-UP.
DNR (Digital Noise Reduction)
The amount of low illuminance noise has been significantly reduced, and the
signal-to-noise ratio (S/N ratio) as well as horizontal resolution have been improved,
resulting in a clear and sharp image display even in the dark.
Controlled by OSD Menu
The camera can be controlled by selecting text displayed on the monitor screen.
Additional Functions
SENS-UP, MOTION DETECTION, MIRROR, SHARPNESS and SYNC (INT/LL)
functions are also available.
Water Proof(IP65)

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1) Components
1) COLOR DOME CAMERA
2) SCREWS
3) WRENCH
4) MANUAL
2) Cable Connection
1) Names
2) Functions
3AXIS BRACKET
- Please loosen screws and fix tilted and panned position.
LENS : Vari-Focal Auto Iris Lens ( 4.0mm ~ 9.0mm / F1.5 )
OSD PCB
-SETUP button : Used for the menu display. This button can be used to confirm
settings after changing the value of the selected function or current conditions.
-UP & DOWN buttons : Used for selecting items by moving the cursor up or
down on the menu screen.
-LEFT & RIGHT buttons : Used when changing item values, by moving the
cursor to the left or right on the menu screen
2. Components & Cable Connection 3. Names and Functions of Parts
POWER
VIDEO
D C only
DC12V
DC INDCIN
①
③
②

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4. Installation & Dimension 5. Setup Menu Operation
1) Installation
2) Dimension
1) SETUP MENU Please press the SETUP button Settings can now be
made. The SETUP menu is displayed on the monitor.
Please select any function you wish to activate by using
the UP and DOWN buttons.
The arrow can be moved up or down by using the UP
and DOWN buttons.
Please position the arrow to point to the function you wish
to operate.
Please press the LEFT or RIGHT button if you wish to change mode.
When the LEFT or RIGHT button is pressed, available values and modes are
displayed in order. Please keep pressing the button until you get to the mode you
wish to operate.
Please select 'EXIT' and then press the SETUP button to finish the setting.
If appears at the mode you wish to operate, it means that there is a sub-menu
which can be selected by pressing the SETUP button.
If appears at the mode item, it means that there is no mode available to be
selected.
2) LENS
This function is used to adjust the brightness of the screen.
When the SETUP menu is displayed on the screen, please position the arrow to
point to 'LENS' by using the UP and DOWN buttons.
Please select the type of the lens you wish to use by pressing the LEFT or RIGHT
Button
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SETUP
LENS MNUAL
SHUTTER ESC
WHITE BAL ATM
BACKLIGHT OFF
AGC LOW
DNR LOW
SENS-UP OFF
SPECIAL
EXIT
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Please press the SETUP button if you wish to return to
the previous menu
- MANUAL : Manual lens selection
- DC : Auto iris lens selection
The brightness of the screen can be adjusted in DC mode.
The brightness can be adjusted within the range of 1 ~ 70.
The optimum level of brightness for the user can be
achieved by adjustment.
If you select the MANUAL mode, it can be adjusted in
ESC mode.
3) SHUTTER
Auto or manual control can be selected.
When the SETUP menu is on the screen, please position
the arrow to point to 'SHUTTER' by using the UP and
DOWN buttons.
Please select the ESC shutter mode by pressing the
LEFT or RIGHT button.
- FLK : Please select 'FLK' mode when flickering occurs on
the screen, due to an imbalance between illumination and
frequency. (NTSC Model:1/100, PAL Model: 1/120)
- ESC : Auto control of the shutter speed can be achieved. When ESC mode is on,
the speed is controlled automatically according to the brightness of the screen.
- MANUAL : The shutter speed can be controlled manually.
While using the internal synchronous system, if the shutter setting is on 'ESC' and
the camera is directly facing a bright fluorescent light, the image on the screen can
be dversely affected. Therefore please choose the installation location with care.
When 'MANUAL' mode is on, the SENS UP function does not operate.
4) WHITE BALANCE
The screen color can be adjusted by using the WHITE BALANCE function.
Please position the arrow to point to 'WHITE BAL' on the
SETUP menu by using the UP and DOWN buttons
Please select the mode you wish to operate by pressing
the LEFT or RIGHT button.
- ATW(Auto Tracking White Balance) : This mode can
be used within the color temperature range 1,800°K ~
10,500°K (eg, fluorescent light, outdoor, sodium vapor
lamp or inside tunnels)
- AWC(Auto White Balance Control) : Please press the SETUP button while the
camera is directed at a piece of white paper to obtain the optimum state under
current illumination. If the environment including the light source is changed you
have to adjust the white balance again.
- MANUAL : The manual adjustment mode enables finer adjustment.
Please select ATW or AWC first. Please change to manual adjustment mode and
press the SETUP button. Please set the appropriate color temperature, and then
increase or decrease the red and blue color values while monitoring the color
changes on the object.
Under the following conditions the WHITE BALANCE function may not operate
properly. In such cases, please select the AWC mode.
LENS
brightness 50
Press Set to Return
SETUP
LENS MNUAL
SHUTTER ESC
WHITE BAL ATM
BACKLIGHT OFF
AGC LOW
DNR LOW
SENS-UP OFF
SPECIAL
EXIT
SETUP
LENS DC
SHUTTER ESC
WHITE BAL ATM
BACKLIGHT OFF
AGC LOW
DNR LOW
SENS-UP OFF
SPECIAL
EXIT
SETUP
LENS MNUAL
SHUTTER ESC
WHITE BAL ATM
BACKLIGHT OFF
AGC LOW
DNR LOW
SENS-UP OFF
SPECIAL
EXIT
Note
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When the object's surroundings have a very high color temperature (eg, a clear sky
and sunset)
When the object's surroundings are dark
If the camera directly faces a fluorescent light or is installed in a place where there
are considerable changes in illumination, the WHITE BALANCE function may
become unstable.
5) BACKLIGHT
When there is a strong backlight behind the object, clear images of the background
as well as the object can still be obtained by using the backlight function.
Please position the arrow to point to 'BACKLIGHT' on the
SETUP menu by using the UP and DOWN buttons.
Please select the mode you wish to operate by pressing
the LEFT or RIGHT button.
- HIGH : The gain increases from 0dB up to 42dB.
- MIDDLE : The gain increases from 0dB up to 30dB.
- LOW : The gain increases from 0dB up to 18dB.
- OFF : BACKLIGHT function does not operate.
6) AGC (AUTO GAIN CONTROL)
Please position the arrow to point to 'AGC' on the SETUP
menu by using the UP and DOWN buttons.
Please select the mode you wish to operate by pressing
the LEFT or RIGHT button. As the level of gain increases,
the screen gets brighter and the level of noise also
increases.
- HIGH : The gain increases or decreases within the
range of 6dB ~ 42dB.
- MIDDLE : The gain increases or decreases within the range of 6dB ~ 30dB.
- LOW : The gain increases or decreases within the range of 6dB ~ 18dB.
- OFF : The gain is fixed at 6dB.
7) DNR
The background noise in the low light level decreases automatically as the level of
gain changes. Please position the arrow to point to 'DNR' on the SETUP
menu by using the UP and DOWN buttons.
Please select the mode you wish to operate by pressing
the LEFT or RIGHT button.
- OFF : There is no reduction in noise level.
- LOW : There is a small reduction in noise level with
almost no ghost image.
- MIDDLE : The most effective mode. There is a sufficient reduction in noise levels
without causing much ghost imaging.
- HIGH : The level of noise is reduced greatly, however there is an increase in ghost
imaging.
SETUP
LENS MNUAL
SHUTTER ESC
WHITE BAL ATM
BACKLIGHT OFF
AGC LOW
DNR LOW
SENS-UP OFF
SPECIAL
EXIT
BACKLIGHT ON BACKLIGHT OFF
SETUP
LENS MNUAL
SHUTTER ESC
WHITE BAL ATM
BACKLIGHT OFF
AGC LOW
DNR LOW
SENS-UP OFF
SPECIAL
EXIT
SETUP
LENS MNUAL
SHUTTER ESC
WHITE BAL ATM
BACKLIGHT OFF
AGC LOW
DNR LOW
SENS-UP OFF
SPECIAL
EXIT

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When AGC is turned off, DNR does not operate.
8) SENS UP
SENS UP helps maintain a bright, clear screen image by automatically detecting
changes in the level of light in low light level conditions
Please position the arrow to point to 'SENS UP' on the
SETUP menu by using the UP and DOWN buttons.
Please select the mode you wish to operate by pressing
the LEFT or RIGHT button.
Please press the SETUP button when all the settings are
complete.
The maximum storage magnification in low light level
movement situations can be adjusted by pressing the
SETUP button in 'AUTO' mode.(X2~X128)
As the magnification increases, the screen gets brighter; however the after image
also increases
If storage magnification is increased while SENS UP is operating, it may cause
noise, and spots may appear; however this is normal.
- AUTO : Low light level auto mode
- OFF : The function does not operate
When SHUTTER is in the manual mode, SENS UP does not operate.
When AGC is turned off, SENS UP does not operate.
9) EXIT
Saves all the setting menus and then exits.
1) SPECIAL MENU
Please position the arrow to point to 'SPECIAL' on the
SETUP menu by using the UP and DOWN buttons.
Please select the mode you wish to operate by pressing
the UP or DOWN button
2) CAMERA ID
If the ID is input, the camera ID appears on the monitor.
Please position the arrow to point to 'CAMERA ID' by
using the UP or DOWN button.
Please select 'ON' by pressing the LEFT or RIGHT
button.
Please press the SETUP button.
Up to 15 letters can be used for the ID.
- Please move the cursor to the letter you wish to choose by using the UP and
DOWN button.
SETUP
LENS MNUAL
SHUTTER ESC
WHITE BAL ATM
BACKLIGHT OFF
AGC LOW
DNR LOW
SENS-UP OFF
SPECIAL
EXIT
6. Special Menu Operation
SETUP
LENS MANUAL
SHUTTER ESC
WHITE BAL ATM
BACKLIGHT OFF
AGC LOW
DNR LOW
SENS-UP OFF
SPECIAL
EXIT
SETUP
CAMERA ID OFF
COLOR ON
SYNC INT
MOTION DET OFF
PRIVACY OFF
MIRROR OFF
SHARPNESS ON
RESET
RETURN
Camera ID
ABCDEFGHIJKLM
NOPQRSTUVWXYZ
abcdefghijklm
nopqrstuvwxyz
-. 0123456789
CLR POS END
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- Select an ID from A,B~Y,Z, a,b~y,z, 0,1~8,9 by using the UP, DOWN,LEFT and
RIGHT buttons.
- Please lock in the letters by using the SETUP button.
When the letter is locked in, the cursor moves to the next space.
- Please repeat the above to input the ID.
If the wrong name has been input.....
If you press the SETUP button after moving the cursor to CLR, all the letters will be
erased. If you want to correct a letter, please move the cursor to the arrow at the
bottom left of the screen and press 'SET'.
Please position the cursor above the letter you wish to correct, and then move the
cursor onto the letter you wish to choose and press the SETUP button.
When a name has been chosen, please select a position for the name display.
- Please move the cursor onto 'POS' and then press the SETUP button.
- The name will appear at the top left corner.
- Please find the position you wish to display the name by using the 4 directional
buttons, and then press the SETUP button.
Please select 'END' and then press the SETUP button to complete ID input.
3) COLOR AUTO : This camera has a function which automatically
changes to the appropriate mode for daytime or night-
time. The COLOR mode is operated for daytime, and it
converts to BW mode for night-time.
ON : The color mode is selected by default, and the
modes do not change automatically.
When the AGC is turned off, COLOR does not operate.
When an infrared light is used, there may be a problem with focusing.
Camera ID
ABCDEFGHIJKLM
NOPQRSTUVWXYZ
abcdefghijklm
nopqrstuvwxyz
-. 0123456789
CLR POS END
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Camera ID
ABCDEFGHIJKLM
NOPQRSTUVWXYZ
abcdefghijklm
nopqrstuvwxyz
-. 0123456789
CLR POS END
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←→↑↓
SPECIAL
CAMERA ID OFF
COLOR ON
SYNC INT
MOTION DET OFF
PRIVACY OFF
MIRROR OFF
SHARPNESS ON
RESET
RETURN
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4) SYNC
This model is fixed to INT in DC 12V input power.
5) MOTION DETECTION
This product has a feature that allows you to observe
movements of objects in 4 different areas on the screen, and
the words 'MOTION DETECTED' appear on the screen
when movement is detected; hence a single individual can
conduct supervision efficiently. The camera detects an
object's movement by sensing disparity of outline, and level
of brightness and color.
Please press the SETUP button.
- OFF : MOTION DETECTION mode is cancelled.
- ON : Any motion in the selected areas is observed.
select the area you wish to observe from the 4 areas in AREA SEL mode.
Please select ON mode for the chosen area.
Please adjust the size of the area to be observed by using the UP, DOWN,
LEFTor RIGHT button.
Please adjust the level of observation by using SENSITIVITY mode.
Please press the SETUP button to save the changes and complete the setting.
6) PRIVACY
This mode conceals the areas you do not wish to appear on the screen.
OFF : Cancels the PRIVACY mode / ON : Operates the PRIVACY mode.
Please press the SETUP button.
Please select the area you do not wish to appear from the 4 areas in AREA SEL
mode.
Please select ON mode for the chosen area.
Please adjust the size of the area to be concealed by using the UP, DOWN, LEFT
Or RIGHT button.
SPECIAL
CAMERA ID OFF
COLOR ON
SYNC INT
MOTION DET OFF
PRIVACY OFF
MIRROR OFF
SHARPNESS ON
RESET
RETURN
MOTION DETECTION
AREA SEL AREA4
AREA STATE OFF
TOP 31
DOWN 60
LEFT 47
RIGHT 95
SENSITIVITY 80
NTSC 480/60I
SPECIAL
CAMERA ID OFF
COLOR ON
SYNC INT
MOTION DET OFF
PRIVACY OFF
MIRROR OFF
SHARPNESS ON
RESET
RETURN
Privacy Zone
AREA SEL AREA4
AREA STATE OFF
TOP 31
DOWN 60
LEFT 47
RIGHT 95
SENSITIVITY 80
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7) MIRROR ON : Sets a horizontal image inversion
OFF : Cancels the inversion.
8) SHARPNESS
The outline of the video image becomes cleaner and more
distinctive as the level of SHARPNESS increases. If the level
goes up excessively, however, it may affect the video image
and generate noise.
The available range of level is 0 ~ 31.
9) RESET
Returns to the level which was set by the manufacturer for shipment.
10) RETURN
Saves the SPECIAL menu and returns to the SETUP menu.
If there are problems in operation, please refer to the items below. If the problem
persists, please contact the agent you purchased this product from.
SPECIAL
CAMERA ID OFF
COLOR ON
SYNC INT
MOTION DET OFF
PRIVACY OFF
MIRROR OFF
SHARPNESS ON
RESET
RETURN
SPECIAL
CAMERA ID OFF
COLOR ON
SYNC INT
MOTION DET OFF
PRIVACY OFF
MIRROR OFF
SHARPNESS ON
RESET
RETURN
SHARPNESS
LEVEL 15
Press Set to Return
Problems Troubleshooting
Please check the power connection.
Please check the video signal line connection.
Please check and make sure that the auto lens switch is set to DC
(VIDEO) when using a VIDEO(DC) lens.
Please check if the lens is clean.
Please clean the lens with a clean cloth or brush.
Please adjust the contrast feature of the monitor.
Please readjust the back focus of the camera.
Please adjust the contrast feature of the monitor.
If you have an intermediate device, set the 75 / Hi-z properly, and
check the terminals.
Please check if an auto iris lens is being used and adjust the brightness
level.
Please check if an appropriate power source to the camera complies
with the manufacturer's standard requirement, or if the voltage keeps
changing.
Please check if 'MOTION DETECTION' mode is turned on.
Please check if the MD LEVEL is too low.
Please check the setting of the MD AREA.
Please check the 'WHITE BAL' setting
7. Troubleshooting
Nothing appears on the
screen.
The video image is not
clear.
The screen is dark.
There is a problem with
the camera operation.
The MOTION
DETECTION function is
not working.
Colors are not quite right.

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Problems Troubleshooting
Please check if the camera is facing directly the sunlight or
fluorescent light.
Please check if an auto iris lens is being used.
Please check the connection of the lens connector cable.
Please check if the AGC menu is set to the OFF position.
Please check if the AGC menu is set to the OFF position.
Please check if the SHUTTER menu is set to MANUAL mode.
The screen is flickering.
COLOR mode is not
working.
SENS-UP function is not
working.
8. Specifications
SIGNAL SYSTEM NTSC PAL
TOTAL / EFFECTIVE PIXEL 410K / 380K Pixels 470K / 440K Pixels
IMAGE SENSOR 1/3" SONY interline transfer CCD
HORIZONTAL RESOLUTION 530 TV Line
MINIMUM ILLUMINATION 0.3 Lux /F 1.2, 0.002Lux with Sensitive Up
DAY & NIGHT ON / AUTO
OSD Available
LENS 4 ~ 9 mm DC Auto Iris Lens
DNR OFF/LOW/MIDDLE/HIGH
SENS-UP OFF / AUTO
MOTION DETECTION ON / OFF
LUMINANCE S/N RATIO More than 50dB (AGC Off)
SYNC. SYSTEM Internal
WHITE BALANCE ATW / AWC / Manual
MIRROR OFF / ON
VIDEO OUTPUT Composite output 75ohm terminated 1.0 Vpp, Y/C separate output
SHUTTER SPEED Auto/Manual(1/60~1/120,000) Auto/Manual(1/50~1/100,000)
PRIVACY MASKING ZONE OFF/ON (4 ZONES)
OPERATING TEMPERATURE 10 to 50 / 30~90% RH
SUPPLIED VOLTAGE DC 12V, 50/60 Hz
POWER CONSUMPTION MAX. 300mA
DIMENSIONS (145 x 100(H)
WEIGHT About 1,100g

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